Upcoming Events
Worship And Family Game Night
Join us for a fun and meaningful evening of worship, fellowship, food, and games. This will be a special time for families and friends to come together, enjoy a meal, encourage one another, and have fun playing games in a warm atmosphere.
Worship And Family Game Night (Copy)
Join us for a fun and meaningful evening of worship, fellowship, food, and games. This will be a special time for families and friends to come together, enjoy a meal, encourage one another, and have fun playing games in a warm atmosphere.
Worship And Family Game Night
Join us for a fun and meaningful evening of worship, fellowship, food, and games. This will be a special time for families and friends to come together, enjoy a meal, encourage one another, and have fun playing games in a warm atmosphere.
Worship And Family Game Night
Join us for a fun and meaningful evening of worship, fellowship, food, and games. This will be a special time for families and friends to come together, enjoy a meal, encourage one another, and have fun playing games in a warm atmosphere.
Worship And Family Game Night
Join us for a fun and meaningful evening of worship, fellowship, food, and games. This will be a special time for families and friends to come together, enjoy a meal, encourage one another, and have fun playing games in a warm atmosphere.
Worship And Family Game Night
Join us for a fun and meaningful evening of worship, fellowship, food, and games. This will be a special time for families and friends to come together, enjoy a meal, encourage one another, and have fun playing games in a warm atmosphere.
Inspire 2026
Inspire 2026 is a district-wide encouragement and leadership event. Featured guests include Dr. Tim Green as plenary speaker and Mike Weaver of Big Daddy Weave as worship leader. The plenary theme is “Holiness 360 – Every Ministry and Every Leader in Your Church Amplifying Holiness.”
Worship And Family Game Night
Join us for a fun and meaningful evening of worship, fellowship, food, and games. This will be a special time for families and friends to come together, enjoy a meal, encourage one another, and have fun playing games in a warm atmosphere.
MANCAMP
Registration Deadline and $20 deposit due by May 1. Total cost $100. First time attendees come for FREE! MUST send deposit to get a shirt! Send deposit to Tim Parson @ Estill Springs Nazarene, 105 Flower Lane Dr., Estill Springs, TN 37330
Promotion Sunday
At Himesville Church Of The Nazarene we believe every step in a child’s spiritual journey is worth celebrating. Promotion Sunday is more than just moving up a grade—it’s a joyful milestone where we honor the growth, learning, and faith of our children and youth. Rooted in our mission to nurture lifelong disciples, this day reflects our commitment to walking alongside each generation as they discover God’s love and purpose for their lives.
Muffins With Mom
Muffins with Mom happening May 10th before Sunday service come out and help celebrate all our Moms!!!!!
District Wide Fasting and Prayer
Our Church of the Nazarene family is coming together for a powerful 7‑hour District‑Wide Fasting and Prayer gathering. This sacred time is set apart for seeking God’s presence, interceding for our communities, and uniting our hearts in worship and surrender
Assembly Year Ends
This marks the official close of the 2025–2026 District Assembly Year for the East Tennessee District Church of the Nazarene. All annual reports, pastoral forms, NMI end-of-year forms, and ministry records for the year must be finalized. The new assembly year will begin following the District Conventions & Assembly in July 2026.
Marriage Enrichment Retreat — Gatlinburg, TN
The East Tennessee District Marriage Enrichment Retreat is a beloved tradition hosted by the district for over 45 years. Couples come together for a weekend of renewal, encouragement, and connection in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Gatlinburg. The retreat features:
💬 Conference Sessions led by speakers on marriage, faith, and relationships
🙏 Prayer and Worship together as couples
🤝 Fellowship with other Nazarene couples from across the district
🌄 A relaxing mountain getaway setting in Gatlinburg, TN
Board of Ministry Meeting @ FCRC
The District Board of Ministry meets to review, examine, and act upon ministerial matters including:
Licensing and ordination of ministers (all applications were due Mar 15)
Reviewing credentials and ministerial standing
Evaluating candidates for ministry
Conducting official credentialing business for the district
This is a critical meeting for any minister in the process of licensure or ordination within the East Tennessee District.
1st Quarter IRS Taxes Due
A reminder to all district churches, organizations, and ministers that 1st Quarter estimated IRS taxes are due. This is a federal tax deadline relevant to self-employed ministers and church organizations required to file quarterly
District NMI Prayer Retreat / Council Meeting
The NMI (Nazarene Missions International) Prayer Retreat and Council Meeting is a gathering of NMI leaders and members from across the East Tennessee District. This two-day event combines:
Prayer Retreat: A focused time of intercession for global missions, missionaries, and unreached peoples — in the spirit of the NMI's Global Week of Prayer tradition
Council Meeting: District NMI leadership convenes to conduct official business, review missions giving (LINKS, DSA), plan upcoming initiatives, and coordinate district-wide missions involvement
TNT @ TNU (Top Nazarene Talent at Trevecca Nazarene University)
TNT (Top Nazarene Talent) is a major Southeast Field youth competition and showcase program that has been running since 1986. It is designed to help Nazarene teens develop and channel their God-given talents for Christ. The program focuses on:
🏆 Personal development and excellence in Christ
🤝 Christian sportsmanship and leadership training
🌱 Fellowship, evangelism, and discipleship among youth
District – 7 Hour Fasting & Prayer
A monthly district-wide call to fasting and prayer, observed across participating East Tennessee Nazarene churches. Members are encouraged to set aside seven hours for focused prayer, intercession, and spiritual renewal on behalf of the district, local churches, missionaries, and global needs. This is a recurring spiritual discipline practiced monthly throughout the district year.
EASTER / Easter Offering for WEF
Easter Sunday — the most significant celebration in the Christian calendar, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Congregations across the district hold special worship services.
Alongside Easter worship, churches collect the Easter Offering for the World Evangelism Fund (WEF) — a nearly 100-year Nazarene tradition. Gifts to this offering fund the Church of the Nazarene's global mission network, mobilizing thousands of people to share Christ's love around the world through church planting, evangelism, and ministry
All Dept. Budgets & Calendars Due
This is the administrative deadline by which all department leaders across the East Tennessee District must submit their budgets and calendars for the upcoming assembly year. It ensures proper financial planning and scheduling coordination across ministries including NMI, NYI, NDI, and Children's Ministries.
Childrens Talent
This a district‑level event where kids from Nazarene churches across East Tennessee come together to showcase their God‑given talents in a fun, encouraging, and Christ‑centered environment.
TNU Trustees Meeting
What this event is:
A governance meeting of Trevecca’s highest leadership board
Used to review reports, set direction, and make major decisions for the university
Involves university administrators and trustees
All District License & Ordination Apps. Due
This is the final day for pastors, ministers‑in‑training, or candidates pursuing ordination to turn in their forms, evaluations, references, and supporting documents to the district office so they can be processed, reviewed, and scheduled for interviews with the District Board of Ministry.
Teen Quiz Finals @ TBA
The East Tennessee District Church of the Nazarene will gather teens from across the district for the March Quizzing Meet Finals. This event brings youth together for a day of Scripture knowledge, friendly competition, and spiritual growth.
District - 7hr Fasting and Prayer
Our Church of the Nazarene family is coming together for a powerful 7‑hour District‑Wide Fasting and Prayer gathering. This sacred time is set apart for seeking God’s presence, interceding for our communities, and uniting our hearts in worship and surrender.